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Valley Children's Healthcare

Fetal Cardiac Sonographer - Merced Clinic

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What they do

A Cardiovascular Technician or Technologist uses imaging technology and other procedures to diagnose cardiac (heart) and vascular (blood vessel) problems in patients. Works closely with cardiologists and medical sonographers. Works in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

$85,878 / year median in California

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Fetal Cardiac Sonographer
  • Merced Clinic Valley Children's Healthcare
  • 3.6 Merced, CA Job Details Full-time | Per diem $60.62
  • $87.
90 an hour 9 hours ago Qualifications Bilingual RDCS Using ultrasound machines Holter monitoring Mid-level High school diploma or GED Echocardiography equipment Experience working with cardiac care patients Pediatrics Cardiac event monitoring Sonography Full Job Description Merced, California, 95348
Job Summary:
This position is accountable for performing a variety of more complex echocardiographic procedures with expertise, using ultrasound equipment to produce diagnostic quality echocardiographic studies under a variety of conditions. Performs EKG's, holter and multi-event monitor applications as requested. Assists the Cardiologist as required. Works under the direction of the Clinical Supervisor. Participates in the rotation of on-call duties and Outreach Clinic involvement with other Cardiac Sonographers as assigned. Increasingly acts as a resource to the Department.
Qualifications:
Education College Degree
  • 2 year Accredited Echocardiography/ Ultrasonography (required) Or Program Accredited Echocardiography/ Ultrasonography Technical/ Vocational Training (required) Or High School Diploma/G.
E.D. (required) And Equivalent Experience If individual has neither accredited program nor 2 year degree, High School Diploma and equivalent experience sufficient to allow for successful completion of either ARDMS or CCI certification required below. (required) College Degree
  • 4 year Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography (preferred) Licenses and Certifications BLS
  • Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire or transfer into position (required) CCI
  • Cardiovascular Credentialing International within 18 months of hire or transfer into position (required) Or RDCS-PE
  • ARDMS Pediatric Echocardiograp within 18 months of hire or transfer into position (required) RDCS-FE
  • ARDMS Fetal Echocardiography Merced Clinic only (required) RDCS-AE
  • ARDMS Adult Echocardiography (preferred) Work Experience Minimum one (1) year Congenital & pediatric echocardiography (preferred) Demonstrated proficiency in the skills and knowledge required to perform the job.
(required) Skills and Abilities Other Demonstrated knowledge of cardiac embryology, congenital heart defects, cardiac hemodynamics and palliative/corrective congenital heart surgical procedures. Bilingual Skills Preferred To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Compensation Range:
$60.62
  • $87.
90
Workshift:
Day (United States of America)
Position Exempt:
No FTE %: 100
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
0
Daily Hours:
8 Have Questions? Call Recruitment Services at 559-353-7071 or email us at
Disclaimer:
Final compensation will be dependent upon skills and experience.
ALERT :
Valley Children's Healthcare has been made aware of malicious employment scams targeting candidates with false job offers and requests for personal information. Please stay vigilant. If you believe you've encountered a potential hiring scam claiming to be from Valley Children's Healthcare, please report it to . Job Details Career area Diagnostics Position Type Per Diem Date Posted 07/13/2026 Location Merced, CA 95348, United States Job ID JOB_POSTING-3-2253 About Valley Children's With more than 670 physicians and 3,500 staff, Valley Children's Healthcare delivers high-quality, comprehensive care to more than 1.3 million children across Central California. Our 358-bed stand-alone children's hospital and network of specialty care centers and primary care practices offer advanced pediatric services
  • from cancer and blood disorders to heart care and neonatal intensive care, serving children with conditions ranging from routine to rare and complex. Beyond clinical care, Valley Children's is also a catalyst for community health
  • partnering with schools, nonprofits and public agencies to expand access, promote wellness and support the long-term success of children and families throughout the region.